Amid the aftermath of Pakistans swift departure from the 2024 T20 World Cup Haris Rauf the lightningquick bowler found himself entwined in a heated exchange with a fervent fan on American soil. The digital realm ignited as a video showcasing the cricketers clash with the supporter emerged on the memorable Tuesday of June 18.
In the video, Haris Rauf loses his cool in response to a fan’s criticism. He raced at him. His wife attempted to calm the situation by stopping it, but to no effect.
After their confrontation with a fan Raufs historical interview surged in popularity on social media. The interview highlighted his discontent with the body language of Team Indias skipper Rohit Sharma during the intense India vs Pakistan clash at the 2022 T20 World Cup.
Here’s what the 30-year-old stated in an interview with Cricwick:
“When I saw Rohit Sharma during the national anthem, I said to myself that I have to get his wicket as he looked quite intimidating with his body language and all that, I didn’t like it. So Allah helped me achieve it.”
Haris Rauf
Haris Rauf’s prowess shone through as he outfoxed Rohit Sharma on the field. Adding to his tally he also claimed the vital wicket of Suryakumar Yadav. However it was Virat Kohlis vigilant 82run stand that guided the Men in Blue to triumph successfully chasing down the 160run target in a lastball thriller.
Rohit Sharma Dominates Haris Rauf in 2023 ODI World Cup Showdown
In an exciting turn of events Haris Rauf successfully halted Rohit Sharma’s advance during the 2022 T20 World Cup. Nevertheless the Indian captain retaliated fiercely by asserting his dominance in the subsequent encounter at the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Pakistan were bowled out for only 191 in the showcase match. Rohit Sharma began the run chase in style, putting Pakistan’s bowlers to the cleaners. The seasoned veteran struck 86 runs off 63 deliveries as India cruised to a seven-wicket victory. Sharma scored six maximums throughout his exciting innings, three of which came off Rauf’s bowling.
Haris Rauf had a disappointing performance against India. He surrendered 43 runs in six overs and did not pick up a wicket.